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Italie, XVIIe siècle, d'après Giambologna (1529-1608) Cristo morto
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Cristo morto
- en argent repoussé
- Haut. 28 cm; height 11 in.
Literature
Ch. Avery, A. Radcliffe, Giambologna 1529-1608. Sculptor to the Medici, Londres, 1978, pp. 142-146.
Condition
Very crisp cast with good details in face, beard and hair, with fine chiselling to the surface, in particular to the perizonium. Some wear and oxidation to the surface consistent with age and handling. Drilling holes in both hands and feet, with one in his back, where He was probably attached to a cross. A fine hairline fissure to His proper righ elbow.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."